TP-Link AC1200 Dual-Band Multi-Mode WiFi Router
ARCHER-C54 | TP-LinkThis product has been discontinued
Features
Archer C54
AC1200 Dual-Band Wi-Fi Router
- Faster AC Wi-Fi—AC1200 dual-band is ideal for 4K video streaming and high-speed downloading.
- Far-Reaching Coverage—4x antennas and Beamforming delivers extensive Wi-Fi coverage and reliable connections.
- Multi-Mode 3-in-1—Supports Router, Access Point, and Range Extender modes for added flexibility.
- Parental Controls—Manages when and how connected devices can access the internet.
- Guest Network—Provides separate access for guests in order to secure the host network.
- Smooth HD Streaming—Supports IGMP Proxy/Snooping, Bridge, and Tag VLAN to optimize IPTV streaming.
- IPv6 Supported—Compatible with the IPv6 (the latest Internet Protocol version 6).
- Compact and Mountable—Designed to conserve space and complement any décor.

Family Wi-Fi. Palm-Sized.
- Dual-Band WiFi
- AC1200 WiFi Speed
- Beamforming
- MU-MIMO
- Compact Design
- Parental Controls
Fast Dual-Band WiFi
Dual-band Wi-Fi allows you to connect your demanding devices to the faster and clearer 5 GHz band, while a tradition 2.4 GHz band provides a far-reaching, stable connection to the rest of your devices.
- 867Mbps - 5 GHz - Faster and clearer Wi-Fi ensures smooth 4K streaming
- 300Mbps 2.4 GHz - Wall-Penetrating signal covers the whole apartment*

Boosted Signal throughout Your Home
Access your entertainment from every corner of your home with 4 external high-performance antennas. Beamforming technology detects devices and concentrates wireless signals towards them, even if they are far away or low-powered.

Talk to Devices Simultaneously
Equipped with MU-MIMO technology to connect more devices and maintain low latency. Concurrent streamings on 2 different MU-MIMO devices now will just be smooth as connecting only one, as long as you have enough bandwidth from your ISP.
Multi-Mode 3 in 1
Router Mode (Default)
Plug in an Ethernet cable to instantly create a private wireless network and share internet access with all your Wi-Fi devices.
Access Point Mode
Transform your existing wired network into a wireless one.
Range Extender Mode
Boost the existing wireless coverage in your house.
More Functions Despite the Size
Versatile Management
Easily manage your home network with versatile built-in tools, including Parental Controls, Guest Network, QoS, and more.
- IPv6 Supported
- IPTV Supported
- Easy Wi-Fi Sharing
- LED Control
Parental Controls
- Block content
- Limit online time
Guest Network
- Use a different password
- Secure private network
QoS
- Prioritize devices

High Integration, Compact Size
Archer C54's system structure focuses on creating optimal WiFi. The advanced semiconductor technology helps integrate units including CPU, memory, and multi-stream processing unit onto a single chip to achieve high compatibility, bringing you the same power with a compact design.
As Stable as a Larger One
Archer C54 goes through rigorous repeated testing to ensure a final product reliable under several strenuous environments. The final result: 8 randomly selected Archer C54 routers collectively tested for 1,936 hours.
- Continuous Transmission Test : 24 h (Continuous 10 GB file uploads and downloads.)
- Structure Test : 1.5 m + 120 min (Drop impact test from 1.5 m height and a 120 min vibration test.)
- Harsh Environment Test : 48 h (Storage temperature: 70 °C and -20 °C.)
- RAM Stress Test : ≥ 25,000 (Read and write combined.)
- Capacity Test : 16 devices + 7 days (16 connected Wi-Fi devices continuously streaming for 7 days without dropping WiFi.)
- Flash Test : ≥ 2,000 I/O (Read and write combined.)

Place it Anywhere
Easy Setup at Your Fingertips
Set up Archer C54 in minutes via its intuitive web interface or the powerful Tether app. Tether also lets you manage its network settings from any Android or iOS device.
Specifications
General Data
| Model Number | ARCHER-C54 |
| System Requirements | Internet Explorer 11+, Firefox 12.0+, Chrome 20.0+, Safari 4.0+, or other JavaScript-enabled browser Cable or DSL Modem (if needed) Subscription with an internet service provider (for internet access) |
| Certifications | FCC, CE, RoHS |
| Environment | Operating Temperature: 0 ~ 40 (32 ~ 104) Storage Temperature: -40 ~ 60 (-40 ~ 140) Operating Humidity: 10% ~ 90% non-condensing Storage Humidity: 5% ~ 90% non-condensing |
Wireless
| Standards | Wi-Fi 5 IEEE 802.11ac / n / a 5 GHz IEEE 802.11n / b / g 2.4 GHz |
| WiFi Speeds | AC1200 5 GHz: 867 Mbps (802.11ac) 2.4 GHz: 300 Mbps (802.11n) |
| WiFi Range | 3 Bedroom Houses 4 x Fixed Antennas Multiple antennas form a signal-boosting array to cover more directions and large areas Beamforming Concentrates wireless signal strength towards clients to expand WiFi range |
| WiFi Capacity | Medium Dual-Band Allocate devices to different bands for optimal performance MU-MIMO Simultaneously communicates with multiple MU-MIMO clients |
| Working Modes | Router Mode Access Point Mode Range Extender Mode |
Hardware
| Processor | Single-Core CPU |
| Ethernet Ports | 1 x 10 / 100 Mbps WAN Port 4 x 10 / 100 Mbps LAN Ports |
| Buttons | WPS / Reset Button |
| Power | 9 V ? 0.85 A |
Security
| WiFi Encryption | WPA WPA2 WPA3 WPA / WPA2-Enterprise (802.1x) |
| Network Security | SPI Firewall Access Control IP & MAC Binding Application Layer Gateway |
| Guest Network | 1 x 5 GHz Guest Network 1 x 2.4 GHz Guest Network |
Software
| Protocols | IPv4 IPv6 |
| Parental Controls | URL Filtering Time Controls |
| WAN Types | Dynamic IP Static IP PPPoE PPTP L2TP |
| Quality of Service | QoS by Device |
| NAT Forwarding | Port Forwarding Port Triggering DMZ UPnP |
| IPTV | IGMP Proxy IGMP Snooping Bridge Tag VLAN |
| DHCP | Address Reservation DHCP Client List Server |
| DDNS | NO-IP DynDNS |
| Management | Tether App Webpage |
Test Data
| WiFi Transmission Power | CE EIRP: <20 dBm(2.4 GHz) <23 dBm(5 GHz) FCC: <30 dBm(2.4 GHz & 5 GHz) |
| WiFi Reception Sensitivity | 5GHz: 11a 6 Mbps:-93 dBm; 11a 54 Mbps:-78 dBm; 11ac HT20 mcs8:69 dBm; 11ac HT40 mcs9:-66 dBm; 11ac HT80 mcs9:-62 dBm; 2.4GHz: 11g 54 Mbps:-78 dBm; 11n HT20 mcs7:-74 dBm; 11n HT40 mcs7:-71 dbm; |
Physical
| Dimensions (W x D x H) | 4.5 x 4.2 x 1.0 inch (115 x 106.7 x 24.3 mm) |
| Package Contents | Wi-Fi Router Archer C54 Power Adapter RJ45 Ethernet Cable Quick Installation Guide |